Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Three PR software providers are getting a jump on the new year with AI-infused products for professional communicators; Bloomberg reports on more struggles for Cision The challenge with generative AI is probability. If differentiation is crucial to marketing communications, then saying the same thing is the opposite of what we need.

Software 176

Software Measurement B2B Training 176

Cision

JUNE 1, 2017

The only way a PESO model can give PR pros a seat at the executive table is to measure, measure, measure. Without measuring your PESO activities’ effectiveness, you don’t know where to focus. Many communicators claim to have chosen this industry because they hate math. Paid Media. Is it driving sales?

Measurement 200

Measurement Analytics Google Data 200

Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

To effectively measure the impact of your campaigns, assess earned media coverage, and gain insights into content topics, you must rely on a range of PR metrics and data points. Now, there is no standard metric for PR. But, there is a common framework that can be applied to PR measurement and planning. This is the metric for you.

Measurement 195

Measurement Analysis Reputation SEO 195

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

For example, the study found that 71% of B2B marketers poll believe their marketing is “communicating a distinct brand position” or strong unique selling proposition (USP). You communicate – and communication requires a feedback loop – with them honestly and do it consistently over time. How do you make people feel safe?

B2B 179

B2B Software Ethics Leadership 179

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

Training 370

Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 370

PRSay

JANUARY 13, 2021

As you think about your internal communications plans for 2021, you must first recognize the challenges and changes that occurred in 2020. Often, a communication audit is recommended before starting any major yearly planning. Here are the three steps you need to take to run a successful communications audit. The message sender.

Internal 189

Internal International Data Communications 189

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 2, 2020

Jennie, UMass Amherst PR students (#DonohuePRCases) and the #PRStudChat community will discuss how to find and land your first PR job. A follow-up blog post by Communication Strategist Deirdre Breakenridge inspired a series of direct messages on Twitter between Breakenridge and fellow PR industry pro, Valerie Simon. Our mission?

Community 60

Community Twitter Blogging Resources 60

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

The #PRStudChat community gathers on Wednesday, November 29th at 12:00 p.m. ET to focus on communication confidence in a continuously changing landscape through professional development, mentoring and collaboration. Q8: How important is learning to measure PR results? You can learn more about Stephen here. If so, how?

Communications 191

Communications Community Blogging Twitter 191

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 12, 2020

The rapid rise of public health warnings about COVID-19 and the ripple effects of the pandemic and our coping strategies pose a particular challenge for any organization, especially its communicators. Here is some commonsense PR advice about communicating during a pandemic. What measures are in place to protect those at risk?

Employee 374

Employee Viral Small Business Travel 374

Onclusive

OCTOBER 22, 2020

The partnership is designed to help companies take control of their reputation and public relations priorities by bringing together two of the most important data sets for the modern communicator. Our customers are managing corporate communications across numerous issues, but corporate reputation is foremost for many of them.

Reputation 307

Reputation Analytics Corporate Government 307

Onclusive

JUNE 21, 2017

Hosted by Deirdre Breakenridge of Pure Performance Communications , and joined by fellow panelists Shonali Burke and Shannon Furey , the panel covered emerging PR trends including how corporate storytelling has changed in recent years and what PR professionals must learn to sustain their careers. Be a part of their community.

Storytelling 329

Storytelling SEO Community Insurance 329

Onclusive

JANUARY 14, 2021

Welcome back to our January blog series focused on “ The Executive’s Guide to Building and Leading an Impactful Communications Team ”! Building an impactful communications team. As an executive, you have the power to set up your communications team for success from the start. Outlining clear roles and responsibilities.

Communications 195

Communications Corporate Measurement Reputation 195

5W PR

MARCH 22, 2025

Making winter sports accessible to everyone takes dedication, planning, and effective communication. These collaborations provide valuable expertise, resources, and connections to the disability community. The partnership includes year-round planning, fundraising events, and community outreach initiatives.

Strategy 78

Strategy Sports Training Transportation 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 10, 2018

Businesses face greater reputation risk as social media and mobile technologies increase the speed of communication and a dynamic public actively shares what they see and how they feel, 24/7. ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather for an in-depth Twitter discussion on the State of Digital Corporate Reputation. Is PR Right for me? ”

Corporate 56

Corporate Reputation Community Resources 56

5W PR

JANUARY 24, 2025

PR professionals now manage an intricate mix of content creation, community management, and crisis response across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn. The most successful PR campaigns today integrate social media not just as a distribution channel, but as a core element of their communication strategy.

Social Media 109

Social Media Brand Branding Crisis Management 109

5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2025

The most successful brands recognize that surface-level gestures fall flat – real impact requires embedding social responsibility throughout their communications strategy. Organizations should focus on setting measurable goals, establishing accountability, and creating transparent reporting mechanisms.

Strategy 78

Strategy Brand Branding Employee 78

5W PR

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Key elements such as understanding the audience, leveraging media relations, managing crises, engaging on social media, fostering employee relations, and giving back to the community help create a strong and enduring reputation for any organization. Crafting messages that resonate with the audience’s values and interests is essential.

Corporate 78

Corporate Reputation Strategy Storytelling 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 12, 2018

ET, #PRStudChat sponsored by Spin Sucks community members will gather for an in-depth Twitter discussion on “How to Communicate Your Research.” Joining us as our special guest and co-host is Kevin Anselmo (@KevinAnselmo ) the Founder and Principal of Experiential Communications. Why should you communicate research?

Communications 150

Communications How To Case Study Community 150

Onclusive

MARCH 21, 2018

With social media, marketers have more (and cheaper) access to their communities and customers than ever, but it’s hard to keep up with the demand for quality content. The new continuous storytelling cycle.

Storytelling 281

Storytelling Media Infographics Advertising 281

5W PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Building an Accessibility-First PR Framework The foundation of accessibility-focused PR requires a fundamental shift in how supplement brands communicate with their audiences. Research shows that 61% of Americans take dietary supplements, but usage rates drop significantly in lower-income communities where access barriers exist.

Industry 78

Industry Nonprofit Guidelines Community 78

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Meltwater adds X / Twitter “resyndication rights”; Muck Rack pitches a “hit score” in latest release; mentions and recommended reading When I first started compiling these monthly summaries – back in April of 2019 – it was because no one was covering the PR software community. Coverage was scant and inconsistent.

Software 156

Software Wikipedia B2B Pitching 156

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 20, 2017

A Guest Post By Corina Manea, Chief Community Officer for Spin Sucks, & Founder of NutsPR. You manage your brand’s community on social media, interacting with people, talking and listening to them. You create communication strategies that go hand in hand with your company’s business goals. We live in very exciting times.

Community 244

Community Social Media Course Measurement 244

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2018

It may be summer, but #PRStudChat, sponsored by Spin Sucks, is focused on strategic communications all year round. In the spirit of learning, even when school is out, our community will gather for a Twitter chat on July 19th at 12:00 p.m. ET to discuss social media and getting into the strategic communications mindset.

Social Media 150

Social Media Communications Media Community 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 3, 2022

This is Salesforce’s annual mega event that brings together the global Salesforce community for learning, fun, community building, and philanthropy. The post Top B2B Conferences For PR Visibility appeared first on Crenshaw Communications. Salesforce Dreamforce (Autumn, San Francisco). Everyone knows Dreamforce, of course.

Conference 304

Conference B2B Case Study Content Marketing 304

5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

As defense technologies become more sophisticated, the need for clear communication between tech developers and citizens grows increasingly important. Through strategic communication and targeted outreach programs , PR helps build trust and understanding between defense tech organizations and the communities they serve.

Publicity 78

Publicity Privacy Technology Ethics 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

Today, brand communications is much more of a two-way street. In a depressed economy, a business that maintains marketing and communications will bounce back more quickly than one that cuts its budgets. Customer communication has never been more important. In an uncertain situation, communication matters.

Marketing 225

Marketing Leadership Crisis Healthcare 225

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 9, 2022

Budget used to be among the top communications challenges, but it’s slid down the list every year for the past five; comms budgets don’t show up as a problem until #8 and garnered just 13% of the votes from respondents. Those findings stem from the recently released fifth annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey for 2022.

Communications 176

Communications Survey Employee Measurement 176

5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

However, with a structured approach focused on transparency, communication, and meaningful change, businesses can recover and even emerge stronger. Effective Communication Strategies During a Crisis Clear and consistent communication is essential during a crisis.

Crisis 78

Crisis Brand Branding Case Study 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 9, 2018

They seek out marketing and PR professionals who have a good grasp of digital analytics and how to track and measure campaign results and prove business value. ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather for an in-depth Twitter discussion on digital marketing analytics from importance and priorities to impactful experiences.

Analytics 231

Analytics Marketing How To Community 231

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

The Global Communications Report, a comprehensive worldwide survey of more than 1,000 senior PR executives worldwide, reveals that the global PR industry is predicted to grow from its current estimated size of $14 billion to $19.3 According to a 2015 Chief Communications Officer survey by Korn Ferry , CCOs in the U.S.

Trends 124

Trends SEO Leadership Print 124

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 7, 2016

On February 24th, IABC NJ, together with Rutgers University and the Rutgers PRSSA chapter, hosted a panel session on “Obtaining & Enhancing a Career in Communications.” With respect to the skills necessary for a career in communications, it is important to have the following: Good writing skills. Hands-on social media experience.

Communications 120

Communications Interviews Social Media LinkedIn 120

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 23, 2016

Sure, CEOs are far less likely to be wooed than a Tinder date, but there are certain steps you can take to put the odds in your favor when communicating PR results, why they’re important, and how you’ll evolve your strategy based on those findings. Measurement. Begin by evaluating how much your executive knows about content.

Communications 150

Communications How To Analytics Public Affairs 150

5W PR

MARCH 10, 2025

Targeting the Right Channels Different communication channels reach different audiences effectively. Success depends on building strong partnerships with educators, showcasing real learning outcomes, and maintaining consistent communication across multiple channels.

Strategy 78

Strategy Education Video Storytelling 78

5W PR

JANUARY 21, 2025

This success stems from the focused, passionate communities these smaller creators build. Analyze comment sections to gauge authentic community interaction. Measuring Impact and ROI Traditional influencer metrics like reach and impressions tell only part of the story with micro-influencer campaigns.

Guidelines 78

Guidelines Pinterest Advertising Advertising 78

Wadds Inc.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

At the intersection of politics, business, communications, and culture, author Dr Stuart Thomsons latest book explores the changing nature and implications of activism for the corporate world. The chapter on communities is important reading for anyone involved in community engagement or consultation at a local level.

Company 93

Company Public Affairs Government Case Study 93

5W PR

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Audio storytelling has taken center stage in public relations, with branded podcasts becoming a cornerstone of strategic communications. PR professionals now recognize podcasting’s unique ability to build authentic connections with audiences while delivering measurable business results.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Storytelling Exercises 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 12, 2020

Nike pledged $40 million over four years to support black communities. Wal-Mart has ponied up $100 million in community grants… and the list goes on. From startups to enterprise companies, tech just can’t seem to make measurable progress when it comes to greater black representation in senior management and on boards.

Technology 248

Technology Company Enterprise Community 248